Last Updated on February 25, 2024
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Gabriel Iglesias is one of the world’s most talented stand-up comedians. He’s also among the finest stand-up sensations of Mexican descent. But despite his outspoken personality and direct approach to topical issues, there’s one aspect of his life that he rarely delves into – his relationships.
Iglesias joins the list of many celebrities who rarely discuss their private lives in public. However, that’s not to say he hasn’t been in any romantic relationships before.
This article shall attempt to unpack Iglesias’ secret love life by exploring his current girlfriends and exes if any.
Who Is Gabriel Iglesias?
Gabriel Jesús Iglesias is an American stand-up comedian and actor of Mexican heritage. Iglesias has produced numerous stand-up specials for Netflix and Comedy Central. His most outstanding works include “I’m Not Fat… I’m Fluffy” and “Hot & Fluffy.”
Iglesias’ comedy transcends multiple genres, including satire, surreal humor, self-depreciation, observational comedy, and clean comedy. He regularly covers the very subjects that he perfectly relates with – Latin American culture, obesity, and race relations. He also occasionally delves into everyday life, social awkwardness, and pop culture.
As an actor, Gabriel Iglesias is best known for his starring roles in the Netflix sitcom Mr. Iglesias as well as the 2012 film Magic Mike and its 2015 sequel Magic Mike XXL. His acting career also includes lending his voice to several animations, including the 2021 film Space Jam: A New Legacy.
Who Is Gabriel Iglesias Married To?
Gabriel Iglesias is presently single. The comedian cum actor appears focused on growing his professional brand.
However, Iglesias was in a committed relationship with Claudia Valdez. The couple reportedly separated in July 2020 according to several media outlets.
More About Claudia Valdez
Claudia Valdez is an actress, model, and social media personality who became famous for her romantic association with Gabriel Iglesias.
Information on Valdez’s birth date is rather scanty. Multiple outlets report her birth year as between 1980 and 1984, which makes her around 38 – 42 years as of 2023.
Valdez hasn’t revealed her parents’ identity or whereabouts. Little is known about her siblings and academic achievements either. However, she was reportedly born to a middle-class family.
Claudia Valdez’s Career Information
Claudia Valdez may have risen to prominence for being the girlfriend of a renowned stand-up comedian. But she has also carved a niche for herself in the entertainment industry.
Valdez has achieved considerable success as an actress. She made her major Hollywood debut in the 2010 science fiction horror film Monsters, in which she performed phenomenally well in her role as a nurse in a maternity ward.
Claudia’s performance in her debut film only opened up more doors for her in Hollywood. She has since graced several movies, some of which have achieved tremendous success both commercially and critically. Below are her other major film and television credits;
• On The Road
• The Legend Of Zoro
• Inercia
• Musica Para Despues De Dormir
• La Zona
• Monstruo
• Inframundo
• Gajes Del Ofico (as a producer)
One of the reasons behind Claudia’s film success is that she doesn’t just act. She has also produced some of the movies she has starred in.
Valdez’s contribution to the film industry hasn’t gone unnoticed either. She has won several awards, including ‘Nickelodeon’s 23rd Annual Kids’ Choice Awards,’ ‘American Country Awards,’ and ‘The 8th Annual TV Land Awards’.
Claudia Valdez also dabbles in modeling. She continually posts photos of her modeling endeavors on her social media profiles.
Claudia Valdez and Gabriel Iglesias’ Relationship Timeline
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There’s no official information on when or how Claudia Valdez and Gabriel Iglesias met. But according to some media outlets, the couple reportedly met in 2008 at a movie set. They dated for twelve years before going their separate ways in July 2020.
It’s worth noting that Valdez and Iglesias succeeded in keeping their relationship a secret for a reasonably long period. It was not until several years after they presumably got together that the couple began to make joint public appearances. Even then, they rarely discussed their private affairs in public.
As a matter of fact, Claudia Valdez became a major subject of online discussion following rumors that she had separated from Iglesias. The actress and model was one of Google’s most searched people in October 2022 after Netflix released the television show “Gabriel Iglesias: Stadium Fluffy” on October 18, 2022. Iglesias utilized the show as a platform to share information about his past love life, which piqued his fans’ curiosity.
Why Did Claudia Valdez And Gabriel Iglesias Separate?
As already hinted, Valdez and Iglesias haven’t been the kind to share their private life with the public. The couple maintained a rather low profile while they were dating. So, unsurprisingly, none of them has come forward to reveal the cause of their breakup.
However, the events following Claudia’s separation from Gabriel might point to the reasons behind their break-up. Some outlets report that Iglesias quit drinking and took some time out of his career after parting ways with Valdez, presumably to reflect on his past mistakes.
Does Claudia Valdez And Gabriel Iglesias Have Kids Together?
Claudia Valdez and Gabriel Iglesias have no children together. However, the couple shared a son named Frankie from Valdez’s previous relationship.
Frankie was born on December 8, 1997. The identity of his biological father remains a mystery.
How Is The Pair Coping With Separation?
Valdez and Iglesias appear to be doing just fine after calling off their relationship. However, neither partner seems to have found love as they’re both currently single.
But despite living apart, Iglesias maintains a close relationship with Frankie, whom he helped raise. That’s a clear indication that their separation was rather mutual and not acrimonious.
Other Fun Facts About Claudia Valdez
Claudia Valdez may have separated from Gabriel Iglesias. But considering the many similarities between them, it’s safe to say that their relationship might have been a match made in heaven.
Both Gabriel and Claudia are relatively huge. They’re also of Mexican descent and have shared professional interests – acting.
Who knows? Perhaps these many similarities might have the couple retrace their steps back to each other’s arms.